Commenting on the Prime Minister’s announcement of the next stage of unlocking, John Dickie, Chief Executive of London First, said:
“Businesses will be reassured that the Government continues to press ahead with its roadmap.
“Though the return of indoor dining will provide a desperately needed boost to the hospitality sector, current social distancing rules and work from home guidance will mean that many will continue to operate at a loss.
“With infections and hospitalisations at rock bottom and the vaccination programme proceeding at pace, firms await the update on social distancing at the end of the month, which must give businesses and offices the clarity they need to reopen safely and help the recovery really get underway.”